Explore Program Specialist Jobs

Program specialists help organizations plan, coordinate, and improve programs that serve business, community, or customer needs. Depending on the employer and industry, the role may involve managing program operations, tracking budgets and outcomes, coordinating stakeholders, and ensuring work meets organizational goals. Explore vetted Program Specialist opportunities on Ladders, including professional roles paying $100,000 or more.

What Does a Program Specialist Do?

Responsibilities vary by organization and program. Common duties include developing work plans, coordinating schedules and resources, monitoring milestones, preparing reports, supporting compliance, and communicating with internal teams and external partners. Some specialists focus on a particular area, such as healthcare, education, technology, public policy, or business operations.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek strong organization, communication, and problem-solving skills, along with experience coordinating projects or programs. Depending on the position, qualifications may include a relevant degree, industry knowledge, data analysis, budget tracking, process improvement, or familiarity with project management tools. Senior roles may require leadership experience and a record of delivering measurable results.

Program Specialist Salary and Career Growth

Pay depends on factors such as industry, location, scope, and experience. Program specialists may advance into senior program, program management, operations, or strategy roles. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates discover roles aligned with their career goals.

Find Program Specialist Jobs on Ladders

Browse Program Specialist openings and review each listing for responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation details. Use Ladders to identify opportunities that match your experience and explore your next professional step.

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$80K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to supporting contracts within the Defense and Civil Space Market. Leverage your analytical skills and contract knowledge to ensure compliance and drive project success in...

Virginia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's shaping global regulatory strategy for rare disease therapies. In this pivotal role, you'll lead submissions and agency interactions across the US, EU, UK, and Japan, driving execut...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$85K *

Shape the future of marketing strategies by analyzing trends, collaborating with sales, and executing campaigns that foster brand engagement and growth, while measuring performance to adapt for optima...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $230K *

Lead a team that operationalizes advanced AI security solutions for enterprises, ensuring integration and compliance across environments. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate requirements into e...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by designing and implementing hybrid networks across AWS, OCI, and on-premises environments, ensuring secure connectivity and compliance while troubleshooting complex issues in a f...

Baltimore, MDRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$81K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering high-impact market research solutions, managing multiple projects, and fostering client relationships. Coach and elevate team standards while utilizing innovative methodo...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Champion partner-led demand generation by developing and executing scalable marketing strategies. Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to drive pipeline growth and optimize performance across ke...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $179K *

Transform the contract management landscape by expertly overseeing diverse government contracts, optimizing processes, and guiding teams to success from proposal to closeout while fostering robust sta...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$112K - $179K *

Take ownership of a diverse portfolio of GSA/GWAC contracts, ensuring compliance and operational excellence through strategic management, collaboration with stakeholders, and training initiatives for...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$208K - $235K *

Join a dynamic team to architect scalable cloud solutions, ensuring high engineering standards while collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to drive innovation and governance in a fast-paced...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Reimagine media operations by leading a team of analysts, leveraging your expertise in broadcast management systems and scheduling software to enhance efficiency and drive results in a dynamic, fast-p...

CanadaRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading complex IT task orders, ensuring timely implementation of technical solutions while collaborating with government officials and managing project teams effectively...

Fort Belvoir, VARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $143K *

Join a dynamic team to lead Quality Assurance efforts in Long-Term Services and Supports. Oversee compliance, collaborate with external partners, and drive operational excellence while ensuring adhere...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$87K - $157K *

Shape the future of compliance by designing and implementing programs that ensure regulatory alignment, mitigate risks, and foster a culture of accountability across diverse business operations...

Missouri, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $200K *

Lead cross-functional integration of data, analytics, evaluation, and governance to enhance healthcare AI products. Drive roadmap ownership, optimize workflows, ensure data quality, and foster collabo...

Palo Alto, CARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Empower developers by diagnosing and resolving complex technical issues related to APIs. Collaborate across teams, advocate for improvements, and enhance developer experiences in a fast-paced, innovat...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Manage cradle-to-grave contract administration, guiding stakeholders on compliance and performance while supporting government contracts and negotiations to ensure alignment with business objectives a...

Wilmington, MARemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Lead compliance initiatives across multiple states, ensuring adherence to healthcare regulations. Collaborate with operations to localize policies, deliver training, and monitor regulatory changes, dr...

RemoteRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Drive your career forward by managing cross-functional teams for GCP inspection readiness, ensuring high-quality deliverables, and implementing strategies for compliance throughout the clinical study...

North Carolina, USRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Contribute to innovative cloud solutions by leveraging your expertise in Azure, C#/.NET, and DevOps practices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security, scalability, and performance...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform customer IT service requirements into innovative solutions that enhance loyalty and profitability. Lead technical resources in delivering high-quality financial industry solutions while ensu...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$136K - $160K *

Drive transformation by partnering with architecture and engineering firms to enhance workflows through AI-enabled solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to redefine processes, ensuring operational...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Advance partnerships that expand opportunities for youth by securing multi-million-dollar commitments. Lead outreach to C-suite executives, develop proposals, and drive fundraising efforts to support...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$144K - $245K *

Lead the design and execution of workforce development programs, ensuring compliance and timely deliverables. Collaborate across teams and stakeholders to create scalable systems that enhance healthca...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $225K *

Grow your career with a pivotal leadership role overseeing IT service delivery, project management, and customer engagement. Drive collaboration across teams to enhance infrastructure operations and e...

Rockville, MDRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Program Specialist?question toggle

    A Program Specialist supports the planning, coordination, delivery, and evaluation of programs. The role can include managing schedules and resources, tracking progress, preparing reports, and coordinating with stakeholders.

  • What qualifications do Program Specialist jobs require?question toggle

    Requirements vary by employer and industry. Common qualifications include program or project coordination experience, strong communication and organizational skills, and relevant subject-matter knowledge. Some roles require a degree, data analysis skills, or experience with budgets and compliance.

  • How much do Program Specialists earn?question toggle

    Program Specialist salaries vary based on experience, location, industry, and responsibilities. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for salary information and requirements.

  • Where can Program Specialists work?question toggle

    Program Specialists work across industries such as healthcare, education, technology, government, nonprofits, and business operations. Their focus may be shaped by the organization’s programs and goals.

  • What career paths can follow a Program Specialist role?question toggle

    With relevant experience, Program Specialists may move into senior specialist, program manager, project manager, operations, or strategy positions.